New Orleans Saints running back Mike Bell (21) is tackled by Washington Redskins safety Reed Doughty during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, in Landover, Md. The Saints won 33-30 in overtime.

PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles signed free- agent running back Mike Bell to an offer sheet.

The Saints have seven days to match the contract offer. They wouldn’t receive compensation for letting Bell go. Bell, who was signed by the Broncos in 2006 as an undrafted rookie out of Arizona, had 654 yards rushing and five touchdowns last season. He averaged 3.8 yards per carry.

• The Eagles acquired defensive end Darryl Tapp from Seattle for defensive end Chris Clemons and the Eagles’ fourth- round choice in next month’s draft.

Chiefs sign Lilja

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs signed free-agent left guard Ryan Lilja, a 59-game starter for the Colts who was claimed off waivers from Kansas City in 2004. Terms were not disclosed.

Footnotes.

Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson, who broke his leg against Arizona on Dec. 6, is back on his feet and said he’s on track to return to the field for training camp.

• The Jets and fullback Tony Richardson agreed to terms on a one-year contract, keeping one of the league’s best lead blockers in the backfield for the NFL’s top-rushing team.

• The Bears signed free-agent cornerback Tim Jennings to a two-year contract and released fullback Jason McKie.

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